the Seven Strings of Lyre

"The Seven Strings of the Lyre" is a vivid and detailed biographical account of the extraordinary life of George Sand, one of the most prolific and influential writers of the nineteenth century. Spanning her birth in 1804 to her death in 1876, Elizabeth Wheeler Schermerhorn explores the complex character of Amantine Lucile Aurore Dupin, the woman behind the famous pseudonym. The work meticulously chronicles Sand's journey from her early days at Nohant to her rise as a central figure in the Parisian literary and artistic world.The narrative focuses on the various "strings" of Sand's life-her romantic entanglements, her intellectual pursuits, and her unwavering commitment to social justice and artistic freedom. By examining her relationships with cultural icons such as Frédéric Chopin and Alfred de Musset, the author provides insight into the emotional and creative depth that fueled her numerous novels and memoirs. Sand is portrayed not only as a literary giant but also as a pioneer who defied the rigid social conventions of her era through her dress, her lifestyle, and her radical ideas. This biography offers a fascinating look at a woman who personified the spirit of French Romanticism and remains a foundational figure in the history of feminist thought and European literature.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Pages: 368, Hardcover, Tradd Street Press